“Becoming the Compass: A Leadership Fable for Emerging Leaders” is Free to Download for Only Five Days (Until 06/20/2025)

Best Seller Publishing announces the release of Ryan Crittenden’s new book, “Becoming the Compass: A Leadership Fable for Emerging Leaders; About the mentors we follow-and the ones we become.” It will be available in the Amazon store for free for only five days.

“Becoming the Compass: A Leadership Fable for Emerging Leaders; About the mentors we follow-and the ones we become” explores how real leadership is about asking better questions and becoming someone others want to follow.

In this book by Ryan Crittenden, Ph.D., rising leader Alex faces pressure in a company ruled by control and fading trust. With guidance from his mentor Casey, Alex discovers a better path—one built on four core principles: Relational Strength, Authentic Presence, Purposeful Resilience, and Growth Through Challenge.


Ideal for new and emerging leaders, “Becoming the Compass” is a thoughtful blend of story and strategy that redefines what leadership can be.

“Becoming the Compass: A Leadership Fable for Emerging Leaders; About the mentors we follow-and the ones we become” is currently free and available for download on Amazon for five days (until 06/20/25). Get your copy at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F9FPVDCV

Here’s what some of the reviewers have said:

“I’d recommend it to anyone looking to lead with more authenticity and impact!” - Brenda James

“This isn’t just another leadership book—it’s an engaging fable that redefines what it means to lead in today’s world.” - L.B

“‘Becoming the Compass: A Leadership Fable for Emerging Leaders’ offers a refreshing, story-driven approach to modern leadership.” - G.Bazile

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About the Author:

Ryan Crittenden, Ph.D., is a leadership coach, Army veteran, and founder of XL Coaching and Development. He holds a doctorate in Industrial and Organizational Psychology and is certified in Gallup CliftonStrengths, The Six Types of Working Genius, and the John Maxwell Team. Ryan equips leaders to grow by leading from who they are—not who they think they need to be.

Drawing from his military experience and years of coaching, Ryan blends strengths-based development with emotional intelligence to help leaders build trust, navigate uncertainty, and lead with purpose. His core belief: Leadership isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about asking better questions, fostering clarity, and empowering others to thrive.

Ryan’s leadership philosophy is rooted in a formative experience early in his career. After being dismissed by one superior, another leader chose to connect with him on a personal level—a simple gesture that reshaped his view of leadership. That moment fuels his conviction that leadership starts with connection.

In his work, Ryan challenges the myth that great leaders all look or act the same. Instead, he teaches that the most effective leaders lead authentically from their strengths, not through mimicry or perfectionism. Leadership, he believes, is measured by sustainable progress and meaningful impact.

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